Richie

You don't seem to understand. Much as I hurt, I don't want benefits. I want to work. I need the the distraction of work as much as the independence.

Why would I choose to use up resources that many more deserving should have, as long as there is an alternative for me?

The problem is this government is on the verge of taking my independence. They cut money to my local authority who is my employer. My employer is reducing staff. If I lose my job because of this, they will be forcing me onto benefits.

Is it fair that bankers are still getting bonuses for failing, that rich corporations are protected from paying tax and encouraged to send money out of the country, instead of investing it here into industry that will put people in work?